Community Corner
🌱 What Chevy Chase residents should know from Tuesday’s countywide crime report
And on the Chevy Chase Patch calendar - The International Gem & Jewelry Show - Dulles, VA (August 2026)
Coffee in hand, Chevy Chase? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- What Chevy Chase residents should know from Tuesday's countywide crime report
- Columbia Country Club in Chevy Chase welcomes a new executive chef
Also on today's calendar: The International Gem & Jewelry Show - Dulles, VA (August 2026) and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: Where is the worst place to hide in a hospital ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 90 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, showers around, temps: high: 84, low: 67.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 87 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Handgun Threat, Assaults and Multiple Vehicle Thefts Included in August 11th Crime Summary (mocoshow.com) — Chevy Chase falls within Montgomery County's 2nd District, which just reported a theft from a vehicle and an aggravated assault among its August 11 crime incidents. The latest countywide summary also details catalytic converter thefts, auto thefts, and assaults in nearby districts, offering residents a clear snapshot of safety concerns across the area. 
• People on the Move: Latest Moves and Appointments (clubandresortbusiness.com) — Chevy Chase's Columbia Country Club has hired Mario Oliverio as its new executive chef, bringing experience from The Hotel Hershey. He's one of many hospitality professionals highlighted in a nationwide roundup of recent promotions and appointments across country clubs, resorts, and sports facilities.
📸 Around Chevy Chase
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Chevy Chase
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★ Featured events ★
- The International Gem & Jewelry Show - Dulles, VA (August 2026) →
Hyatt Regency Dulles, 2300 Dulles Corner Blvd, Herndon
10:00 am
Saturday August 22
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Other local events
- Pickleball-18+ Drop-In
Wisconsin Place Communtiy Rec Center Wisconsin Place Community Recreation Center
5:00 pm - Badminton - 18+ Drop-in
Jane F Lawton Community Rec Center Jane E. Lawton Community Center
6:00 pm - Little Ones - Drop-in
Wisconsin Place Communtiy Rec Center Wisconsin Place Community Recreation Center
9:00 am - Summer Camp - Gymnasium Closure
Jane F Lawton Community Rec Center Jane E. Lawton Community Center
9:30 am - Basketball - 18+ Drop-in
Wisconsin Place Communtiy Rec Center Wisconsin Place Community Recreation Center
12:00 pm - Basketball - Youth Drop-In
Wisconsin Place Communtiy Rec Center Wisconsin Place Community Recreation Center
3:00 pm - Badminton-18+ Drop-In
Wisconsin Place Communtiy Rec Center Wisconsin Place Community Recreation Center
9:30 am - Family Open Gym - Drop-in
Jane F Lawton Community Rec Center Jane E. Lawton Community Center
10:00 am - On St. Elmo Comedy Bunker 17: MATT DEAKINS →
ON St. Elmo, 4915 St Elmo Ave, Bethesda
7:00 pm - The 43rd Washington Folk Festival →
Glen Echo Park, 7300 Macarthur Blvd, Glen Echo
12:00 pm
Thursday August 13
Friday August 14
Saturday August 15
Saturday August 22
Sunday August 23
📣 Chevy Chase Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Summer Fun Center - Youth Camp
Long Branch Community Rec Center Long Branch Community Center
8:00 am - Pickleball - 18+ Drop-In
Wisconsin Place Communtiy Rec Center Wisconsin Place Community Recreation Center
9:00 am - MoCo Recreation Summer Camps (Registration Required)
Wheaton Hills Community Center Wheaton Community Recreation Center
9:00 am - Summer Camp - Gymnasium Closure
Jane F Lawton Community Rec Center Jane E. Lawton Community Center
9:30 am
Thursday August 13
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Recommendation from CUSTOMERS only please, for finishing wood floors.
I have maple floors on my first floor and have five rooms that need to be refinished. I can't imagine how that's even done with all the furniture and… (Nextdoor Kenwood) - Seeking Nanny in Chevy Chase
We're looking for an engaging, proactive, experienced nanny for our 20-month-old, who is active, easygoing, and loves to explore. We want a caregiver… (Nextdoor Kenwood Forrest 2)
- TIBCO Software, Inc. posted a job opening for Cleaner in Chevy Chase. Apply here.
- The Gap, Inc. posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Sales Associate - Wisconsin/Chevy Chase in Chevy Chase. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Chevy Chase here.
🗞 Nearby News
Kensington
- Contiguous US breaks its record for hottest month ever, NOAA says (cdispatch.com)
- NOAA confirms July as hottest month ever for most of the U.S. (pennlive.com)
- Contiguous US Breaks Its Record For Hottest Month Ever, NOAA Says (sej.org)
Bethesda
- Sr. DevOps Cloud Engineer (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, AI Platform) only w2 - Vigna Solutions Inc. - Hybrid in Bethesda, MD, US (dice.com)
- Bethesda PopUp Bagels to feature exclusive Maryland flavor at Grand Opening (blogspot.com)
Rockville
- New Salad Spot Is Coming To Montgomery County: Report (patch.com)
Ok Chevy Chase! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: In the ICU (Thank you Donna M. for sending it in!)
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